Paralegal – Family Law

The Harris Law Firm

. Support the Firm’s family law attorneys and retained clients .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in family law paralegal support, including drafting legal documents, managing court filings, and maintaining compliance with local jurisdictional rules. Proficient in electronic calendaring and document management, with strong communication and organizational skills.

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Family Law Paralegal ExperienceDrafting Legal DocumentsColorado Courts E-FilingDocketing and CalendaringNotary Commission Certificate

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Hard Skills

Drafting MotionsPreparing Financial StatementsReviewing Legal DocumentsTrial PreparationExhibit PreparationDocument ProofreadingTime Entry ManagementBilling AccuracyKnowledge of Rule 16.2Discovery Process Knowledge

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem SolvingPrioritizationIntegrity and ConfidentialityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeOutlookWordAdobeExcelElectronic Calendaring Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Notary Commission Certificate

Industry Keywords

Family LawCourt FilingsClient SupportLegal ProceedingsColorado Courts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Firm’s family law attorneys and retained clients
Draft, read, and interpret sworn financial statements
Review client financial documents for legal proceedings
Draft, proofread, and review pleadings
Schedule hearings, conferences, and mediations in consultation with attorneys
Prepare and submit accurate and timely court filings
Communicate with clients, answer questions, request information, and provide support
Ensure accuracy in billing, time entry, calendaring, and electronic and paper file management
Prepare discovery and trial exhibits
Maintain current knowledge of Colorado courts and local jurisdictions
Calculate accurate deadlines and docket them using electronic calendaring systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree or equivalent job experience
5+ years experience as a Family Law paralegal
Ability to obtain Notary Commission Certificate
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Well-developed editing, proofreading, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and composition skills
Ability to anticipate problems, find solutions, and prioritize work
Ability to manage a high-volume workload with critical deadlines
High degree of personal integrity, confidentiality, tact, discretion, and judgment
Knowledge of preparing documents in accordance with Rule 16.2
Experience drafting motions, petitions, notices, and sworn financial statements
Knowledge of the discovery process and trial preparation
Experience preparing exhibits, exhibit notebooks, and witnesses
Experience calendaring multiple attorney calendars with hearings and deadlines
Proficient knowledge and experience using Colorado Courts E-Filing
Docketing and calendaring experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Adobe, and Excel
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Ability to share workspace, travel by car or train, dress in proper business attire, attend meetings, and meet deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) match
Health insurance
Company covered STD, LTD, AD&D and parental leave
Regular training and professional development opportunities
80 hours of PTO in your first 12 months, increasing to 120 hours of PTO in the following year
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Equal-opportunity employer